Microsoft Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2024-49142

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft 365 Apps For Enterprise
Microsoft Office Ltsc 2021
Microsoft Office Ltsc 2024
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2024

Summary

The vulnerability in Microsoft Access allows for remote code execution, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the user's system. This security flaw can be exploited when a user opens a specially crafted Access file. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to sensitive data and control over the affected system. It is crucial for users to apply patches and security updates as provided by Microsoft to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability. Ensuring that appropriate security protocols are in place and regularly updated can help safeguard against such attacks.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise 32-bit Systems 16.0.1

Microsoft Access 2016 (32-bit edition) Unknown 16.0.0 < 16.0.5478.1004

Microsoft Access 2016 (64-bit edition) Unknown 16.0.0 < 16.0.5478.1004

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

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